05/20/2026
I ask that everyone keep my dad Charles (better known as “Donald Ray”) in your prayers. He was at my graduation ceremony celebrating with me when he received the call that his mother passed away at 94 years old.
It was the happiest I’ve ever seen my dad in my 27 years of living. He got off that shuttle grinning, and eyes blood shot red. In the midst of such a celebratory moment, he is now also grieving the loss of his mother.
Please pray for my dad’s strength, peace, and comfort during this difficult time.
God be with him and the family! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾‼️‼️94 years is a long great life!!! God is GOOD. That’s a blessing.
With sadness in our hearts, Salem Chapel Missionary Baptist Church announces the passing of our oldest mother, Mother Mary Verlena Braswell Parker, who departed this life on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the age of 94, surrounded by her loving family.
Mother Parker was a cherished member of our church family whose wisdom, faith, and loving spirit touched generations. Her presence will truly be missed, but her legacy of love and devotion will remain in our hearts forever.
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Saturday, May 23, 2026
12:00 PM – 12:55 PM
Salem Chapel Baptist Church
Please keep the Parker family lifted in prayer during this difficult time.